4th of July Old Port Historic Walking Tour

Meet at Monument SquareONLY 13 TICKETS LEFT! Private tours with special group rates are available year-round at OldPortHistoricTours.com. Visit today for more information!Kids 6 and under are no chargeDid you know that Portlands Great Fire of 1866 started on the 4th of July? It was the first Independence Day celebrated after the end of the American Civil War and was Americas biggest fire until the Great Chicago Fire five years later. This casual 2 1/2 hour, 2-mile, tour will discuss how the fire happened, how it spread, and how the people of Portland pulled themselves up by their bootstraps time and time again. We will also see some of Portlands beautiful architecture, historical landmarks, monuments, and discuss how prohibition started in the Old Port, to include Portlands famous Rum Riot, as well as discuss so much more Old Port history from 1632! Moreover, your Tour Guide, Leigh Rush Olson, will talk about some of the best places to sample Portlands amazing craft beer, point out some of her favorite Old Port restaurants, discover the Old Ports night life, and where to catch the fireworks. Come experience this memorable 4th of July Historic Walking Tour with over 50 historic stops! Leigh Rush Olson, Owner and Tour Guide of Old Port Historic Walking Tours, is pictured above standing behind the US flag that was approved by US Senator Susan Collins to be flown over the US capital on the 4th of July during the Obama Administration to honor Leighs grandfather, Jacob Rush, who served in the American Revolution, as well as her cousin, Dr. Benjamin Rush, signer the Declaration of Independence.Advanced tickets required. Tickets are limited as there is only one tour offered on the 4th of July. It is highly reccomended to buy in advance. $45 per person. Kids 6 and under are no charge.Leigh Rush Olson, your Tour Guide and founder of Old Port Historic Tours, holds a BA in History from CUNY Brooklyn College and is a certified Portland History Docent. In volunteerism, Leigh is a Daughter of the American Revolution where she served two appointed terms as Maine State American History Chairwoman. Moreover, Leigh is a Portland native (born and raised), and is a resident of Kennebunk, Maine. Youre in good hands!Where to meet: Monument Square - located directly across the street from the Portland Public Library on Congress Street. Please visit OldPortHistoricTours.com for all the information about your itinerary, restrooms, parking, etc. You can also call Leigh directly at 646-845-9714 or email leigholson@oldporthistorictours.com for any questions! Happy to assist!